Lead systems test engineer, hybrid

Are you motivated by delivering the best test capability possible in support of a range of military platforms both nationally and internationally? At Leonardo, we have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Lead Systems Test Engineer to join our team within the Customer Support and Service Solutions (CS3) Line of Business.CS3 operates across the UK and overseas, supporting critical technologies and systems on Air, Land and Sea platforms, ensuring their readiness and availability to underpin national security. We are proud to be the largest supplier of avionic support to the UK MoD and a trusted partner for our customers worldwide, providing innovative and invaluable support solutions.You will be responsible for applying specialist knowledge and experience to define and deliver appropriate technical solutions that meet the needs of our customers in support of their platforms in operation, both domestic and international.The role will involve overseeing the test equipment that our customers are dependent upon – determining opportunities and risk mitigations, as well as managing the transfer of test equipment from production into support in line with engineering lifecycle processes. This equipment is often delivered as part of an ML2 (Maintenance Level 2) capability at regional diagnostic and repair centres at military bases and customer sites and under Part 145 regulations.Reporting to the Head of Test Engineering CS3, this role requires close collaboration both within CS3, and with the other lines of business, to ensure alignment across project and business objectives. nSupporting and contributing to the delivery of strategies and priorities for CS3 test engineeringn nnInterpretation of product roadmaps through collaboration with CS3 Programme Leads, partner lines of business and Technology Leaders to develop programmes of investment and improvement ensuring the capability of test equipment is maintained to end of servicen nnMaintaining a positive working relationship with stakeholders, including test delivery leads within each line of business and CS3 programme and engineering leadsn nnCollating and generating performance metrics and reports, highlighting opportunities and risks for test equipmentn nnProviding support to CS3 bid activity on opportunities to supply ML1, ML2 and ML3 test capability and support solutions to customers both domestic and international.nRepresenting CS3 test engineering at sector reviews and project performance reviews as requirednnExperience of delivering test solutions for highly complex and technically challenging products, preferably in the defence electronics sector. nProven technical expertise in the field of test capability in the support phase of the product lifecyclennExperience across engineering lifecycles, with an emphasis on test engineering and associated planning and governance activities for successful delivery outcomesn nnAwareness of statutory and regulatory compliance requirements within the defence avionics industrynSecurity ClearanceWe offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you’re looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.nSecure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).nRewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.nNever Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. Contract Type:PermanentHybrid Working:Hybrid…